Tesla recalls 2014 Model S vehicles with center display using 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory. The recall addresses potential loss of rearview camera, defrost settings, and turn signals due to eMMC wear-out, increasing crash risk. Owners must update firmware or get free replacement.
The eMMC controller wear-out condition can cause the loss of the rearview camera display, defrost/defog control settings, and exterior turn signal lighting, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Tesla is recalling certain 2014 Model S vehicles because the center display's eMMC memory can wear out, causing loss of rearview camera, defrost settings, and turn signals. This reduces visibility and increases crash risk. Owners must update to firmware 2020.48.48.12 or newer or get a free replacement. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1249707-tesla-model-s-2014-recall-back-over-prevention-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1249707-tesla-model-s-2014-recall-back-over-prevention-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V035000
“Tesla Model S (2014) Recall: Back Over Prevention Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1249707-tesla-model-s-2014-recall-back-over-prevention-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 21V035000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V035000).
The eMMC memory device in the center display can wear out over time. When it reaches its lifetime, the controller fails to maintain the display's filesystem, causing loss of rearview camera, defrost/defog settings, and turn signal lighting. This reduces visibility and increases crash risk.
Owners of Tesla Model S vehicles from 2014 with a center display using 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without updated firmware are at risk of reduced visibility.
Check if your Tesla Model S has a center display with an 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device. The recall covers 2014 Model S vehicles with a NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor.
Ensure your vehicle's firmware is at version 2020.48.48.12 or newer, which will alert you if the eMMC is nearing end-of-life.
Tesla will replace the VCM daughterboard with an enhanced eMMC controller at no cost if the eMMC has reached its lifetime wear.
Owners should ensure their vehicles are operating firmware release 2020.48.48.12 or newer, which will alert owners if the eMMC is approaching lifetime wear. Tesla will notify owners, and will replace the VCM daughterboard with one containing an enhanced eMMC controller, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-21-001.
Tesla Model S vehicles from 2014 with a center display using 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory.
The eMMC wear-out can cause loss of rearview camera, defrost/defog settings, and turn signals, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.
Contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to update firmware or get a free replacement of the VCM daughterboard.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Tesla to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V035000 — Tesla Tesla Hello, I own a Tesla that is covered by recall 21V035000 from Tesla. The official recall notice states: Owners should ensure their vehicles are operating firmware release 2020.48.48.12 or newer, which will alert owners if the eMMC is approaching lifetime wear. Tesla will notify owners, and will replace the VCM daughterboard with one containing an enhanced eMMC controller, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-21-001. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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